Documentary about immigrant mothers detained at Berks premieres in Philadelphia
05/10/2019 - 13:46
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On May 9, artist Michelle Angela Ortiz hosted a screening of “Las Madres de Berks,” an intimate look at the trauma of family detention.
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On May 9, artist Michelle Angela Ortiz hosted a screening of “Las Madres de Berks,” an intimate look at the trauma of family detention.
La exposición "Persiguiendo la libertad" de Ada Trillo presenta una visión de las vidas, luchas y fortalezas de los migrantes centroamericanos
04/12/2019 - 19:30
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En su exhibición, expuesta del 5 al 25 de abril en Gershman Hall, esta fotógrafa documental ilumina las historias individuales y los rostros de quienes arriesgan todo para viajar a la frontera.
Ada Trillo’s ‘Chasing Freedom’ exhibit presents a view into the lives, struggles, and strengths of Central American migrants
04/05/2019 - 14:26
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On display April 5 - April 25 at Gershman Hall, the documentary photographer’s work illuminates the individual stories and faces of those who risk everything to travel to the border.
Journalist Eileen Truax speaks to Temple students about American immigration process
02/04/2019 - 10:44
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On Thursday, Truax, an acclaimed Mexican-American writer, gave advice to media studies students on how to report on and respect immigrants.
Exploring 'The Cultural Fabric of Philadelphia' through photos
09/21/2018 - 14:52
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In a new book, officially released on Sept. 20 with a reception at City Hall as part of celebrating immigrant heritage during Welcoming Week, photographer Dave Lakatos highlights immigrant communities throughout the city.
Migrant crisis at U.S.-Mexico border revives memories of Japanese camps
06/25/2018 - 14:54
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There are historical precedents for the "un-American" detention centers at the border.
Alfredo Corchado: A voice for truth on both sides of the border
06/21/2018 - 09:48
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The journalist and author returned to Philadelphia to celebrate the release of his new book, which traces the Mexican-American migration story through his own experience and that of three friends he first met 30 years ago.
Alfredo Corchado: Una voz por la verdad en ambos lados de la frontera
06/21/2018 - 09:17
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El periodista y escritor regresó a Filadelfia para celebrar el lanzamiento de su nuevo libro, que traza la historia de la inmigración entre México y Estados Unidos a través de su experiencia personal y la de tres amigos que conoció hace 30 años.
Art bridges divides for immigrant children in Philadelphia
06/08/2018 - 10:20
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Mexican-American artist and art educator Nora Litz explains why art education is so powerful for children who are immigrants and from first-generation immigrant families that she has worked with throughout the city.
Tendiendo puentes entre los niños inmigrantes de Filadelfia a través del arte
06/08/2018 - 09:54
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La educadora y artista mexicanoamericana Nora Litz explica por qué la educación artística es tan poderosa en los niños inmigrantes o hijos de primera generación de inmigrantes con los que trabaja por toda la ciudad.
Award-winning journalist Alfredo Corchado launches new book in Philadelphia
06/05/2018 - 13:13
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In Alfredo Corchado’s latest work, "Homelands: Four Friends, Two Countries, and the Fate of the Great Mexican-American Migration," the author traces the Mexican-American migration story through his own experience and that of three friends he first met in Philadelphia 30 years ago.
“Beyond border-crossing”: The chronicler of Mexamérica
05/04/2018 - 20:28
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In a talk with AL DÍA News, journalist and academic Fey Berman spoke about her new book and the immigrant past of her family — including the story of her parents, who were refugees from the Nazis who fled to Mexico, and her own journey to the U.S. as a young person in search of her dreams.
Remembering Joaquín Ávila
03/13/2018 - 16:44
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The lawyer and activist has died, leaving behind a trajectory of more than two decades of struggle for the minorities voting rights.
Recordando a Joaquín Ávila
03/13/2018 - 16:33
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El abogado y activista méxico-americano, ha fallecido dejando atrás una trayectoria de más de dos décadas de lucha por el derecho al voto minoritario.
Fr. Alejandro Solalinde Guerra: The priest and human rights activist aiding migrants
04/30/2019 - 17:23
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From Catholic priest to human rights activist, Father Alejandro Solalinde Guerra has dedicated himself to helping Central and South American migrants in their journey for a better life, even while risking his own.